Imagine having a family member in critical care or long term care at the hospital and not having the funds to stay in a hotel meaning your nights and days are spent in a chair. Causing the patient anxiety and stress to see their loved ones in discomfort and making the healing process harder on the patient. Situated close to UC San Diego Medical Center in Hillcrest, the Bannister House provides a haven of comfort and hope for families who share this experience and concern. In a home like environment this non medical atmosphere serves as a retreat of home and stress, If the walls could talk they would share stories of thousands of guests who have laughed, cried, prayed and rejoiced during their stay.